Jane Fonda defies categorisation. The trailblazing activist may first be known for her film career, which spans six decades, but in conversation, this is likely to be followed by talk of her political activity and fitness empire. She was, after all, the woman who popularised the home workout (and aerobics) in the 80s.
It was destined to be a special life. Born to the actor Henry Fonda, she is one of the last to have touched Old Hollywood, while being formative in ushering in the New Hollywood of the 70s, with roles in Barbarella—which became emblematic of Mod fashion—Cat Ballou, The Shoot Horses, Don't They?, and she won two Best Actress Oscars for Klute and Coming Home.
